CVE-1999-1553

Public Exploit

Description

Buffer overflow in XCmail 0.99.6 with autoquote enabled allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via a long subject line.

10.0

CVSS

Severity: Critical

CVSS 2.0 •

EPSS 5.10% Top 15%

Affected: n/a n/a

References

Link	Tags
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/311	vdb entry
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/1859	vdb entry
http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/12730	exploit mailing list

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-1999-1553?: CVE-1999-1553 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-1999-1553?: To fix CVE-1999-1553, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-1999-1553 being actively exploited in the wild?: It is possible that CVE-1999-1553 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~5% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.

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